Senior Communications

Overview

We’re looking for a Senior Communications and Marketing Officer. You'll work across two properties, The Children's Country House and Kedleston Hall, to plan and lead our communications and marketing. This is a fixed-term contract due to end when the postholder returns to the role; it is unlikely to be more than 12 months.

What it's like to work here

Sudbury Hall, the country home of the Lords Vernon, offers a delight of 17th-century craftsmanship, featuring exquisite plasterwork, wood carvings and classical story-based murals.

The Museum of Childhood is a delight for all ages with something for everyone. Children can discover something new, or relive nostalgic memories by exploring the childhoods of times gone by, make stories, play with toys and share your childhood with others. Click here for more information about this location

What you'll be doing

You'll work alongside other senior colleagues to develop messages and themes, and share them through various communications channels. You'll be looking for fresh creative ideas for how to bring to life the stories of National Trust places in your area, and how to talk to visitors about the work we do to protect nature, beauty and history here. This is a varied and dynamic role, so you'll be working at pace and with many diverse people and sites. You'll be promoting events and the distinctive themes of some very different places, as well as joining our duty management rota.

Who we're looking for

Applications from redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below:

- understanding of strategic planning and delivery of communications and marketing
- skilled in content creation and channel management
- knowledge of audience insight and engagement
- ability to manage stakeholder and media relations
- understanding of project and time management

Criteria for all other applicants:

- organised and able to prioritise your workload and meet tight deadlines
- skilled at both written and spoken communications
- a team player, who can also work on your own initiative
- good at absorbing information quickly, and generating written content and imagery
- able to create captivating year-round marketing plans
- a skilled proof-reader

The package

The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

• Rental deposit loan scheme

• Season ticket loan

• EV car lease scheme

• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts

• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria

• Flexible working whenever possible

• Employee assistance programme

• Free parking at most Trust places

Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.

National Trust place

Sudbury Hall, Sudbury, Ashbourne, DE6 5HT

Requirements

Compliance. Eligibility to Work in the UK

Additional information

Closing Date: 18th January 2026

To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.

If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk

If you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustments@nationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.

Equal Opportunities Statement

The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here.

Safeguarding Statement

The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre.

Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early.

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